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Visiting Gambia in April

April is one of the best months to visit Gambia for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

The weather in April is slightly cooler than the previous month. April has average maximum temperatures of 33°C (91°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.9hrs making the days long and bright.

April has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

Sea temperatures are a very warm 30°C (85°F). April is an excellent month for swimming in Gambia with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day. The sea temperature in April is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into May.

Also consider visiting Gambia in one of the other best months of March, May, November, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for April.

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Can you sunbathe in Gambia in April?

Yes, April is a great time for sunbathing in Gambia.

April has average maximum temperatures of 33°C (91°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.9hrs making the days long and bright. April has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

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Can you swim in Gambia in April?

Yes, April is an excellent month for swimming in Gambia with very warm sea temperatures 30°C (85°F).

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Is April a good time to holiday in Gambia?

Yes, April is a great time for a holiday in Gambia.

April has average maximum temperatures of 33°C (91°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.9hrs making the days long and bright. April has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between. Sea temperatures are a very warm 30°C (85°F). April is an excellent month for swimming in Gambia with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

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Is Gambia warm in April?

Yes, Gambia is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in April.

The average maximum temperature in Gambia in April is 33°C (91°F). The average maximum temperature is 34°C (94°) in the previous month and 33°C (91°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Gambia in April is 26°C (79°F). The average temperature is 27°C (80°F) in the previous month and 27°C (81°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Gambia in April?

The average day light hours per day in Gambia in April are 12.4. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.9hrs making the days long and bright.

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Temperature in Gambia in April

The weather in April is slightly cooler than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Gambia in April is 33°C (91°F). The average maximum temperature is 34°C (94°F) in the previous month and 33°C (91°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Gambia in April is 26°C (79°F). The average temperature is 27°C (80°F) in the previous month and 27°C (81°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Gambia in April is 20°C (68°F). The minimum temperature is 20°C (67°F) in the previous month and 22°C (71°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Gambia in April

The days in April are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get marginally longer into May. April has a slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month. During April the average day light hours are 12.4 per day in Gambia. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.9hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Gambia in April is typically 14.4 during April. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Gambia in April

The average sea water temperature in Gambia in April is 29.6°C (85.3°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. The sea temperature in April is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into May.

Rainfall in Gambia in April

April has fewer days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Gambia in April is 0cm (0inches) and on average there are 0 rainy days in April making it an extremely dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Gambia in April

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Gambia in April is 19°C (67°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 18°C (64°F) in the previous month and 22°C (22°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Gambia in April is typically 88.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 81.3% in the previous month and 90.9% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Gambia in April is typically 66.1%. The average relative humidity is 56.1% in the previous month and 70% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Gambia in April

The average maximum wind speed in Gambia in April is typically 26KM/H (16MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 26KM/H (16MPH) in the previous month and 27KM/H (17MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Gambia in April is typically 13KM/H (8MPH). The average wind speed is 12KM/H (8MPH) in the previous month and 12KM/H (7MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Gambia in April is from the North-Northwest.

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